Cardiac problems in our canine friends is always scary.andnbsp; Some are serious and others can be outgrown, such as heart murmurs.andnbsp; Some dogs have cardiac conditions, just like humans, that can be controlled with medication.andnbsp; Early diagnosis and treatment is important.

IVDD is a condition where the cushioning discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column either bulge or burst (herniate) into the spinal cord space. These discs then press on the nerves running through the spinal cord causing pain, nerve damage, and even paralysis.

Patellar luxation is probably the most prominent health problem in the Coton breed.andnbsp; This means that the knee cap is luxating , or coming out of the socket.andnbsp; There are different degrees of luxation.andnbsp;